We just made roaming around town with bub SO much easier – here are all the fun things to do with babies and toddlers in Singapore!
It’s no secret that we LOVE living in Singapore. It’s one of the best places in the world to raise little ones thanks to the amazing transportation system, year-round sunshine, stroller-friendly parks and shopping malls, not to mention all the fun, free things you can do! But when you’ve got a baby or a toddler in tow, the logistics get kind of tricky – especially if you’re commuting. You’ll need to consider whether there are lifts for your strollers, nursing or changing rooms within walking distance for bub, or if a place has lockers for you to store your car seats. And of course, always have mosquito repellent and sunblock at the ready. Sounds like a lot of work, we know.
But don’t worry, we’ve done all the legwork for you with our pick of the best spots in Singapore for toddler and baby fun! So all you need to do is pack that nappy bag, load up the stroller and dress your littles in their cutest outfit (with a change of clothes obvs). Now let’s get a move on! There’s a kopi and plate of kaya toast with your name on it!
12 fun things to do with toddlers and babies in Singapore
1. Play the day away at an indoor playground
Need to get some tummy time in for the little one, or want to exhaust your toddler? Head over to a soft play indoor playground nearest to you. These places are usually filled with age-appropriate toys, soft landings and stimulation for kids of all ages. Although most indoor playgrounds have dedicated spaces for pre-walkers, some spaces, like Pororo Park, Kidztropic, and Joy of Toys are more baby-friendly as a whole, as well as being great fun for toddlers. They’re also connected to malls or have great facilities, which means easy nursing and changing room access and lifts for strollers.
2. Explore FutureWorld at the ArtScience Museum
If you’re looking for things to do with babies or toddlers in Singapore, teamLab Future World at ArtScience Museum is a fun one. This is a permanent exhibition filled with interactive and immersive installations, and there’s plenty for little ones to explore. The artworks do change over time, so it’s somewhere you can come back to without it feeling exactly the same. It’s also right next to Marina Bay Sands, so it’s easy to get to by MRT or taxi.
A few things to know before you go. Timed-entry tickets are required and strollers aren’t allowed inside the exhibition, although there’s a designated stroller parking area near the entrance. Some of the artworks have restrictions too. Aerial Climbing through a Flock of Coloured Birds is only for guests 1.20m and above and requires covered shoes (no open toes, flip flops or high heels), while Crystal Universe has a mirrored floor, so long pants or shorts are recommended if you’re concerned about reflections (you can also request a sarong from the staff if needed). We’d also recommend putting your kiddo in light up shoes so you don’t lose them in the dark!
When: Daily, 9am – 6pm (Last entry at 5pm)
Where: FutureWorld @ ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
Price: From $28 for adults and $22 for kids – best day to go is Fridays, when kids go free!
3. Attend a baby or toddler class
They might be little, but it doesn’t mean your baby or toddler has to miss a fun class. Lucky for you, there are heaps of baby and toddler classes you can try out, ranging from music and yoga to swimming, baby gym and everything in between. Our hot tip? Classes are a great way to get a breather from #mumlife. If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed, hand over the class-bringing duties to daddy, who’d probably be more than willing to spend some extra quality time with baby.
4. Discover the fun in art
Head on down to The Artground, where the little ones can immersive themselves in art and culture. The Artground has two spaces: A Curious Place To Be at Goodman Arts Centre, which changes themes annually; and the whimsical A Curious Garden at One Holland Village. There are many great features in both spaces, such as interactive visual art spaces and art exhibits. And yes, soft play areas for crawlers and little walkers are available too! Don’t forget to check out the many activities available there, like arts and crafts workshops and storytelling sessions.
When: Daily. 9.15am – 10.30am, 10.45am – 12pm, 1.45pm – 3pm, 3.15pm – 4.30pm, 4.45pm – 6pm
Where: The Artground, Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Block J #01-40, Singapore 439053; and One Holland Village, 7 Holland Village Way, #01-20, Singapore 275748
Price: Weekdays: $8pax. Weekends / PH / School Holidays: $12/child, $10/adult
5. Spend the afternoon at a playground
For some reason, bucket swings – and regular swings, for that matter – can be quite hard to come by in Singapore. Babies like to be pushed on swings too, people! Jubilee Park at Fort Canning, West Coast Park, Esplanade Park, East Coast Park, Adventure Playground at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park and Bishan Park Playground all have bucket swings so that bub can enjoy the great outdoors too! They are also perfect spots for toddlers to burn off that endless energy. Need more park inspo? Check out our favourite parks and playgrounds to have on your list in Singapore.
6. Sunny days are picnic days
When it comes to awesome parks to enjoy a picnic, the Little Red Dot has got them in spades. Our fave? The Botanic Gardens! Although the sun can get quite hot, picnics are actually one of our fave things to do with toddlers and little ones, especially early in the mornings when the weather’s nice and cool. Grab a picnic blanket, bub’s fave snacks and a nice shaded spot and you’ve got your morning tummy time sorted. BONUS: the Botanic Gardens has both swans and ducks, and even the occasional squirrel!
Where: Singapore Botanic Gardens, 1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569
Price: Free entry
7. Beat the heat with a bit of water play
A sweaty toddler is never a happy toddler and, in Singapore, you can never get away from the omnipresent Mister Sun. Our super-fun solution? Skip the AC and head to one of the city’s awesome water play spots to cool off and have splashy fun! The toddler area at Gardens by the Bay and Clusia Cove at Jurong Lake Gardens are our top picks for things to do with toddlers and babies – your tots can toddle around without getting knocked down by the older kiddos.
8. Enjoy nature at Gardens by the Bay
After your little one has had their fill of water play fun, head over to the Cloud Forest Dome at Gardens by the Bay for an awesome stroll that’s sure to lull them right to sleep – yasss! As soon as you enter, bub will enjoy seeing the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, blasting full force. Once they’re done napping, head next door to the Flower Dome for more flowers.
When: Open daily
Where: Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
9. See Nemo and friends at the Singapore Oceanarium
There’s no doubt about it: Babies and toddlers will love peering into the glass and saying hello to all their fishy friends at Singapore Oceanarium at Sentosa. The best part? They’ll have 100,000 aquatic animals to choose from too! We also love the fact that the aquarium is fully air-conditioned, which means you can take your time gazing at the glowing jellyfish or even take baby out of the pram and let them crawl around the auditorium of the Open Ocean Gallery as they look up at happy manta rays and sharp-toothed sharks.
Where: Singapore Oceanarium, 24 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098137
10. Grab a book or two at the Central Public Library
It’s never too early to cultivate a love for books, we say! Whether your wee one has big love for lift-the-flap books or page-turners with tons of texture, the Children’s Biodiversity Library by Singapore Oceanarium at Central Public Library has it. Plus, it’s got lots of (crawling) space for tots and even interactive installations. If that’s too out of the way for you, check out any of the other public libraries on our island with great kid-friendly spaces! It’s a favourite day out for our tykes too!
Where: Central Public Library, 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064
11. Explore all the attractions Mandai Wildlife Reserve has to offer
Watch your wee one’s Dear Zoo dreams come to life as you whisk them away for a morning full of animal fun. Don’t forget to pack your mosquito repellent and sunblock – you’re going to be doing LOTS of walking! Although this is high on our list for things to do with toddlers, feel free to skip the zoo if bub is younger than eight months old. It’s a whole lot of work for them (and you) and all parties might end up feeling miserable. Not feeling a 28-hectare walk carrying bub?
Hop on a tram or rent a stroller or wagon. If you feel like checking out Bird Paradise or River Wonders, here’s the good news: lots of it is sheltered and makes a perfect pram-friendly walk! At River Wonders, bub will love the funny antics of the pandas at the Giant Panda Forest and the super-cute dugongs at the Amazon Flooded Forest. There’s also the newly opened Rainforest Wild Asia where bub can explore a cave cavern and see lots of wildlife. Tip: take the elevated walkway if you’re bringing a stroller.
Mandai Wildlife Reserve, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
12. Take them to the mall – pop ups, playgrounds, and more!
Did you know that malls here are often equipped with indoor and outdoor playgrounds? Not only that, there are often themed pop-ups that happen in the atriums, with everything from Disney to Hello Kitty. Our faves are Vivo City, Great World City, and Paragon. As parents, we also love the supermarkets here in Singapore since you can get practically anything you need! So the next time you’re running your errands, why not bring the bubs along? It’ll be a good time to introduce them to various meats, fruits, and veggies. Watch out for those grabby hands though, else you’ll end up with more things in your cart than what you’ve set out to purchase!
Enjoy your day out with the bubs, parents!
